Actually, I wonder if facebook makes this forum a little superfluous. Or forums in general. I think for many people the socializing aspect of the internet is more conveniently served on facebook. Well, I think there is still very much a place for forums for people talking about subjects that frequently change and are a regular part of their lives. Like, gaming forums, for example. Or even places like Progressive Ears which covers a whole bunch of new releases all the time. But there's less to say on the topic of one band, you know? I think forums such as this were initially really cool because they connected all sorts of people online - one of the first ways to be social with a large group of people besides the chaos of chatrooms. But I think the web is moving on with more sophisticated ways to connect with people socially, like facebook fan pages (even though that involves no discussion with fans, generally, so something is still lost in translation).

Either way, I think it's really cool that I get to see the internet evolve and grow up in front of my eyes. It's only a little younger than I am (well, at least if we mean the world wide web).

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Sam Gamgee wrote:Actually, I wonder if facebook makes this forum a little superfluous. Or forums in general. I think for many people the socializing aspect of the internet is more conveniently served on facebook. Well, I think there is still very much a place for forums for people talking about subjects that frequently change and are a regular part of their lives. Like, gaming forums, for example. Or even places like Progressive Ears which covers a whole bunch of new releases all the time. But there's less to say on the topic of one band, you know? I think forums such as this were initially really cool because they connected all sorts of people online - one of the first ways to be social with a large group of people besides the chaos of chatrooms. But I think the web is moving on with more sophisticated ways to connect with people socially, like facebook fan pages (even though that involves no discussion with fans, generally, so something is still lost in translation).

Either way, I think it's really cool that I get to see the internet evolve and grow up in front of my eyes. It's only a little younger than I am (well, at least if we mean the world wide web).

You should write an editorial!

Soooo... Speaking of internet. Anyone have a PS3? We should play some GH-sanctioned Uncharted 2 or something.

Luke 6:27-31
27 "But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. If someone takes your cloak, do not stop him from taking your tunic. 30 Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. 31 Do to others as you would have them do to you.

Congrats to both Shanocles and Fred! I am expecting my second grandchild in March, so I am a little further down the road... My wife and I have been married 35 years, and our youngest of four is just about to graduate from college. It is still entertaining to take it all in, even when your kids are adults. Enjoy the ride!

Interesting thought about Facebook drawing the traffic away. Makes sense. I have resisted thus far, and I still like the idea of a forum for a single band, especially Glass Hammer, but the world may be passing me by. Nonetheless, I will still be stopping by.

"If I hadn't believed it, I wouldn't have seen it." -- Old Geologist's saw

Physicist wrote:Congrats to both Shanocles and Fred! I am expecting my second grandchild in March, so I am a little further down the road... My wife and I have been married 35 years, and our youngest of four is just about to graduate from college. It is still entertaining to take it all in, even when your kids are adults. Enjoy the ride!

Interesting thought about Facebook drawing the traffic away. Makes sense. I have resisted thus far, and I still like the idea of a forum for a single band, especially Glass Hammer, but the world may be passing me by. Nonetheless, I will still be stopping by.

that's great to hear (the grandkiddies bit)! everyone tells you how quickly life passes by when you get married and you say, "yeah yeah" not really giving it much notice, but now i'm starting to see it. but that's good too, cos you make the time to cherish it more! baby not born yet ... prob another week or so.

shanocles wrote:that's great to hear (the grandkiddies bit)! everyone tells you how quickly life passes by when you get married and you say, "yeah yeah" not really giving it much notice, but now i'm starting to see it. but that's good too, cos you make the time to cherish it more! baby not born yet ... prob another week or so.

Well said. And true.

"If I hadn't believed it, I wouldn't have seen it." -- Old Geologist's saw